Penalty rate cuts: Who gains, and who will be hit the hardest

By Anna Patty
Updated February 23 2017 - 6:16pm, first published 5:18pm
The changes do not extend to restaurants and cafes as industry representatives did not provide enough evidence to convince the workplace umpire of their case. Photo: Jessica Shapiro
The changes do not extend to restaurants and cafes as industry representatives did not provide enough evidence to convince the workplace umpire of their case. Photo: Jessica Shapiro

The Fair Work Commission on Thursday announced Sunday penalty rates paid in retail, fast food, hospitality and pharmacy industries will be reduced from the existing levels. Here are the most important things you need to know about the decision.

Why were penalty rates reviewed?

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